Dial M for Murtagh in Newbury trials

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SALFORD CITY is taken to enhance his 2,000 Guineas claims in the Lane’s End Greenham Stakes (3.45), one of two quality classic trials at Newbury today. David Elsworth’s colt made a striking impression on his only start last season, running green through the early stages before powering seven lengths clear in a mile maiden here in October.

While he is likely to be suited by farther later in the year, the turn of foot he showed when winning will stand him in good stead and, with Johnny Murtagh in the saddle, he is fancied to take this on the way